June 11, 2026
The Nova Scotia Liberals are welcoming the federal Liberal government’s announcement of new measures to better protect children and youth online. The move follows growing calls from parents, educators, and healthcare professionals for stronger safeguards around social media use and digital platforms.
Interim Liberal Leader Iain Rankin first brought forward the idea in a bill tabled in September 2025, recognizing the growing evidence linking excessive social media use to negative impacts on children’s mental health and well-being. Since then, a number of jurisdictions around the world have introduced similar protections. Rankin was among delegates who voted in support of the policy at the federal Liberal convention in Montreal last April.
“Children deserve to grow up in a world that puts their well-being first,” said Rankin. “I’m proud that our party helped start this conversation here at home, and I’m pleased to see the federal Liberal government has taken this bold first step. There will be details to work through, but this is a positive move that will help create a safer digital world for the next generation.”
Jenna Poste, Co-Founder of Unplugged Canada’s Nova Scotia chapter, joined the Liberals for a news conference last fall to share her expertise on the issue. Drawing on her background in the tech sector and her experience as a parent, Poste has worked extensively to raise awareness about the impacts of social media on children and youth and the need for stronger protections.
“As both a parent and someone who understands how these platforms are designed, I’ve seen growing concern from families about the influence social media is having on young people,” said Jenna Poste, Co-Founder of Unplugged Canada Nova Scotia Chapter. “I’m encouraged to see the federal government take meaningful steps to better protect children online. For too long, families have been asked to navigate digital environments that were not designed with children’s well-being in mind. A comprehensive approach that strengthens protections for young people, including an age minimum, while holding tech companies accountable is an important step in helping families navigate an increasingly digital world.”